North Carolina Stingray's 'Virgin Pregnancy' Revealed as Rare Disease

Months of speculation end as aquarium confirms Charlotte the stingray has a rare reproductive condition, not a miraculous pregnancy.

Charlotte the stingray gained international attention for an apparent pregnancy without a male companion.
The Aquarium and Shark Lab in Hendersonville initially suggested parthenogenesis or cross-species mating as explanations.
Recent tests revealed Charlotte has a rare reproductive disease affecting her reproductive system.
Experts debunked the initial pregnancy theories, citing biological impossibilities.
The aquarium is now focusing on Charlotte's health and contributing to research on stingray diseases.